Imagineering is at its best when creating attractions with elaborate environments and dimensional show scenes inhabited by Audio Animatronics figures. Most of my favorite rides at Walt Disney World are slow-moving boat or dark rides exactly like that, and this top 10 list covers my favorite AAs in attractions at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, […]

We have a lot of lists for eating at Walt Disney World. Ones for top table service restaurants, best counter service, bars & lounges, character meals, resorts, fireworks views, themed dining, and more. This ranks our absolute favorites–places we love, repeat for fun, and would recommend to family & friends planning first-time WDW trips. For

Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts are sister hotels located across Crescent Lake from the BoardWalk at Walt Disney World, both within walking distance of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. This head-to-head comparison weighs pros & cons of each, picking a “winner” in theme, atmosphere, rooms, dining, transportation, location and more. This continues our Walt Disney World

Every new resort at Walt Disney World in the last decade has faced fan backlash when first announced: Gran Destino Tower, Riviera Resort, Swan Reserve, Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, DVC Cabins at Fort Wilderness, Lakeshore Lodge. Maybe all of them from the last 20 years, with the exceptions of Animal Kingdom Lodge and Art of

Beyond Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California, there are theme parks in Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. This list ranks all 12, with pros & cons, rides, shows, parades, fireworks, and more to determine the best & worst Disney parks worldwide. Each of the Disney resort complexes has a castle park,

Walt Disney World has announced that the “dashing” and “daring” character meet & greet locations inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom will be temporarily closed for refurbishment starting in early 2026 for an unknown duration. This post shares official dates & details, what to expect from the refurbishment and relocation of

These free 2026 Walt Disney World crowd calendars rate dates so you can choose best weeks to go & avoid the worst, skipping long lines and high wait times. We cover seasonal events, weather, park hours, Orlando travel trends, and factors impacting when to visit Florida’s theme parks. Walt Disney World is entering the home

One of Walt Disney World’s most popular lounges is now opening several hours earlier each day, with Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto now greeting guests starting in the morning! Here are full details on the late 2025 and early 2026 schedule change, along with what we hope happens with this popular Poly bar going forward. As

Disney has confirmed that The Muppet Show is making its triumphant return for a special event on Disney+ in 2026 with special guest star Sabrina Carpenter! This covers everything we know about this revival, plus why we’re optimistic about the project. This brand-new installment from The Muppets Studio will feature Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy,

Walt Disney World has officially announced an end date for the incredibly popular Taylor Swift Eras Tour experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The limited-time exhibit just debuted in the lead-up to Christmas 2025, and won’t last long–ending in Winter 2026. The company also shared a peak behind the curtain at the costumes being showcased to